Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Advanced Apprenticeship

Year 1

This programme involves the study of both the theory and practical aspects of the following: diagnosis and rectification of engine and component faults, chassis system faults, auxiliary equipment electrical faults. As much work as possible is done practically but this apprenticeship will require academic learning as well.
Knowledge and understanding:
The fundamentals of vehicle technologies e.g. vehicle systems such as chassis, engine, transmission, electrical, air conditioning, high voltage vehicles, etc.
The types, and associated characteristics, of light vehicles e.g. front- or rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, etc.
Diagnostic principles and logical problem-solving techniques.
Emerging automotive technologies and the impact they will have on the knowledge and skills technicians will require in the future.

Carry out the foundation tasks common to all procedures e.g. removing and replacing bolts, screws and clips, replacing seals, extracting damaged fasteners, cutting, drilling, filing, using fabrication skills etc.
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the dealership/garage’s business processes (e.g. environmental awareness, servicing a vehicle, record keeping, customer contact) and standard workshop operations. Access specific information e.g. vehicle repair information, wiring diagrams, maintenance tables, technical production information and apply appropriately.
Use diagnostic, mechanical and electrical measuring equipment.
Inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer
e.g. following a service, complex repair, pre-delivery inspection etc.
Service and maintain a vehicle without supervision.
Remove repair/replace components in line with manufacturer’s standards.
Investigate symptoms of vehicle fault(s) and identify the likely underlying causes.
Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical problem-solving techniques, supported by
diagnostic tools and testing regimes, to establish electrical, mechanical and electronic
faults.
Use current flow diagrams and electrical test equipment to carry out standard diagnostic
and repair procedures.